Esomeprazole is the generic name for the brand-name medication Nexium. Esomeprazole is a Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) that works to reduce excess acid production in your stomach.

Founded in 1959, Torrent Pharmaceuticals distributes about 43 drugs in the U.S. Torrent serves around 40 countries through its range of product offerings. Torrent has 8 manufacturing sites in India.